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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INTEGRATION

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• System Design & Integration

• Process Control

• ERP, MES and SCADA Systems

• DCS, HMI & PLC Programming

• Motion Control/Drive Systems

• IT Services

• Technical Training

• 24/7/365 Support Services

AAC, INC. located in the Scranton, PA area is a full service control

automation and systems integration firm which prides themselves

in completing your projects within budget and with unsurpassed

quality and integrity.

Established in 1997 with a goal to provide quality control

automation and systems integration services, the firm has grown

significantly in scope, variety of clients served and capabilities.

AAC, Inc. provides a full spectrum of electrical, mechanical, and

industrial plant engineering services, with full capabilities in

concept development, project design, construction administration,

system integration, and support services… one point of contact

simplifying project coordination and billing.

ABOUT US

OUR

SERVICES

Our Mission and

My Personal

Commitment To You

To give our customers a

competitive edge through

the implementation of

creative, effective and

affordable industrial

automation solutions.

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As an independent systems integrator, we provide

solutions that are driven entirely by our customers’

needs. Since we are not locked into a “single source”

hardware and/or software solution, we are capable of

utilizing resources from a variety of different control

vendor platforms resulting in a single homogeneous

plant-wide system. This ensures the utilization of the

most effective solution for your application and allows

us to supply unparallel control automation and system

integration services with no restrictions to any single

manufacturer’s product line.

We also recognize that automation technology is

constantly changing. By carefully positioning our

solutions within the mainstream of technological

development, we endeavor to protect our customers’

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AAC, Inc. can supply you the resources to complete your

project with the quality and integrity you would expect

from a leader in the automation industry. WE providE

“turn-kEy” automation solutions that

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of engineers has many years of experience successfully

specifying, designing, and implementing control solutions

that are recognized as the best in the industry. Our team

members have worked in the manufacturing, OEM, vendor,

and consultant arenas to give us a well rounded background

on understanding our customers’ needs. We know the

applications, resources, and constraints common to most

industries. Our ability to listen, understand and respond to

our customers’ requirements are key factors in our success.

BEST SOLUTIONS for Your Applications, Hands Down!

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A properly designed system will provide

accurate and reliable data to all

necessary people, resulting in optimum production

and efficiency levels, and an overall increase

in profitability.

AAC, Inc. provides MES and SCADA consulting,

design, and implementation services that are

unsurpassed in the industry. Our team of

professional engineers has many years of

experience and is recognized as a leader

in the industry. We will perform a site

evaluation including a review of your current

systems and a subsequent MES and SCADA

design proposal based on your specific needs,

all at no cost to you.

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Supervisory

Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems provide

companies with valuable data collection, processing, and

control functions — all key to making an informed business

decision. A quality MES and SCADA collection system

should be a central part of any business’ Information

Systems as it ultimately leads to overall increases in

production and efficiencies.

The challenging issues for today’s MES and SCADA systems

are the integration of multiple data sources coupled with

new communication methods and network technologies.

Efficient access to all of these sources is usually required by

a range of plant personnel including operators, production

managers, engineering, and senior level management.

INFORMATION: From the Office to the Plant Floor Seamlessly.

ERP, MES, SCADA SYSTEMS

• Complete Turn-key MES and SCADA System Design

• Drive Business Goals to the Production Floor

• Create the Information Link Between ERP and MES Systems, Orders, Operators, Equipment, etc.

• Average System Uptime > 99.9%

• Average Data Collection System ROI is Less Than 6 Months

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• Recipe Based System Management and Execution

• ISA-88 Phase Driven Control System Solutions

• Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Integration

• Instrumentation Validation and Calibration

• Data Protection Including Backup and Disaster Recovery, Historical Logging, Redundancy and Fault Tolerant Systems

Compliance, Validation, Data Protection... All Standard Practices.

PROCESS AUTOMATION/BATCH MANAGEMENT

AAC, Inc. helps you to operate your production

facility profitably, efficiently and in compliance

with current government, industrial and safety

regulations.

We understand the necessity for our valued

customers to comply with nationally and

internationally recognized quality standards such

as GAMP, (c)GMP, USDA, 3A, 21 CFR Part 11,

ISA-88, ISO 9001, OSHA and associated FDA

requirements and regulations.

AAC, Inc. offers a diverse range of engineering

services utilizing the latest and most cost

effective technologies. We provide robust,

scalable, user friendly and nonproprietary

solutions that can be seamlessly integrated

into existing system platforms and prove to be

the solid foundation for a new project. We focus

on all crucial factors such as production efficiency,

product flexibility and traceability, maintenance,

plant performance, and regulatory compliance

during every developmental and implementation

phase of a project.

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AAC, Inc. specializes in the development and

integration of automation and control solutions for

both process and discrete manufacturing industries

such as material handling, pulp and paper, plastics

and extrusion, pharmaceutical, bottling/co-packing,

food service and automotive just to name a few.

As an independent systems integrator, we are

experienced at interfacing systems from a wide

variety of different control vendor platforms into

a single, homogeneous plant-wide control system.

Our experience ensures the utilization of the most

effective solution for your project. The end result...

a complete control system with increased safety,

maximum efficiency and production, and the highest

quality levels available.

The backbone of any control system is the PLC (Programmable

Logic Controller). The PLC is the “brains” of the control

system, and takes data from a variety of sources such as

direct digital and analog inputs, operator interfaces or HMIs,

external databases or data sources, and other plant control

systems. This data is processed, and control commands are

initiated directly to the plant floor and/or any of the sources

mentioned above to complete the control system.

AAC, Inc. has extensive experience in all types of control

systems, including simple systems consisting of minimal I/O

and a single PLC, to a more complex system consisting of

many PLC’s, HMI’s, Remote I/O, and external data sources all

networked together to form a single control system.

EXPERIENCE That Speaks for Itself!

CONTROL SYSTEMS

• Independent Systems Integrator – Not Locked Into

“Single Source” Solution

• Complete Operator Interface or HMI Program Development

and Implementation

• Advanced Programming such as Motion, Integrated VFD, and

PID Control Programming and Tuning, to Name a Few

• The Latest in Modular and Re-Useable Programming

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without sacrificing the quality you would expect from a leader

in the industry.

With our lead individuals acquiring more than 50 years of motion

control experience, AAC, Inc. is confident in and committed to

consistently delivering our customers quality motion control

applications. And as an independent systems integrator, we

can provide you with the best hardware and software solutions

for your application. Compliment this with our additional industrial

automation services and you get more than just a motion application

that does as expected, you get a complete automation solution that

will increase efficiency, improve production rates, attain higher

quality levels, and ensure the highest safety levels in the industry.

As a full service systems integrator, AAC, Inc. handles a wide range of

motion control and robotic applications from custom-designing complete

systems to retooling and reprogramming existing systems. We offer

single source accountability for specialized applications and custom

solutions and provide complete design, fabrication and machining

capabilities. Our personnel are specialized in systems integration

and are factory trained and certified to ensure smooth installations,

comprehensive customer training and post startup support services.

AAC, Inc. has designed systems for material handling,

pharmaceutical, furniture manufacturing, food service, along

with automotive and a wide range of other industries. From

single axis point to point motion to multi-axis interpolated motion,

we have the expertise to complete your project competitively,

ACCURACY, REPEATABILITY, SAFETY...All Standard to Our Systems.

MOTION CONTROL & DRIVE SYSTEMSM• Independent Systems Integrator Providing Best

Motion Solution

• Factory Trained and Certified Motion Specialists

• Lead Individuals with More Than 50 Years of Motion Experience

• Single Axis Point to Point to Multi-Axis Interpolated Motion Applications

• Single Source Accountability for Complete Controls Solutions

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This procedure is performed during the

manufacturing process, and prior to delivery. The

end result of this process increases total quality

and reduces startup time, providing a reduction in

overall project costs.

From small operator panels to large multi-panel

control system cabinets, AAC, Inc. has the

expertise to complete your panel fabrication

project, with high quality and workmanship.

From concept through fabrication, AAC, Inc.’s control panel

division is a value added service to the overall turn-key solutions

concept. AAC, Inc. can fabricate a panel from your design or

develop a panel or complete system design based on your

specification or a conceptual design idea.

Our experienced fabricators work with our Automation

Engineers to provide you with the best system design to

meet your panel building requirements.

AAC, Inc.’s manufactured systems undergo a detailed

and documented verification and conformance procedure

developed specifically for that panel by the Panel

Fabrication Manager.

From Design Through Fabrication to Final Approval - Your Panel is in Good Hands.

PANEL FABRICATION

• Complete AutoCAD Drawings on All Panels

• NEC Wiring Practices and OSHA Safety Procedures Standard on All Panels

• UL Approvals Available

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Our experience ensures the utilization of the

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CONTROL SYSTEMSc• Independent Systems Integrator – Not locked into

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• Complete operator interface or HMI program development and

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We will become an extension of your existing

Information Technology department or be a single

point of contact to manage all of your IT departmental

needs. We will provide services that assure the best

systems in the industry will be utilized. This concept

allows you and your staff to focus on running and

growing your business, while ensuring the computer

resources are available to do so!

At AAC, Inc. we realize it is an enormous

undertaking to configure and maintain your

computer systems. Let our services provide you

with the resources you need. We are committed to

supplying you with IT services that are unsurpassed

in the industry. Call us today for a free consultation

and evaluation of your IT needs.

IT environments require 24/7/365 supervision to maintain today’s

stringent up-time requirements. Understanding that organizations are

utilizing several enterprise and proprietary management systems, AAC,

Inc. allows you to integrate these systems quickly and easily utilizing

our many years of IT experience. We do not work for the vendors or

computer manufacturers; we work with you and for your company’s best

interest to reach your strategic business objectives, needs, and goals.

AAC, Inc. is in the business of helping companies who are serious

about their computer system’s long term stability and growth. We have

the knowledge and resources to help you with all of your computer

hardware and software needs. Our professional staff will work with you

to help plan, configure, implement, deploy and maintain your IT assets.

Complete IT

System Design,

Implementation,

Support and

Management.

IT SERVICESI

• Free Consultation and Evaluation of Your IT Needs

• Complete IT Design and Management Services

• Data Security, Backup, and Recovery

• 24/7/365 Emergency Support Services

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As an independent systems integrator, AAC is




Our experience ensures the utilization of the

most effective solution for your project resulting

in: increased safety, maximum efficiency and

production, and the highest quality levels available.



system, and takes data from a variety of sources such as:

direct digital and analog inputs, operator interfaces or HMI,










Add a specializedbrain to control all of that powerful brawn.

CONTROL SYSTEMS c• Independent Systems Integrator – Not locked into

“single source” solution

• Complete operator interface or HMI program development and

implementation

• The latest modular and re-useable programming

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• Advanced programming such as Motion, Integrated VFD, or

PID control programming and tuning, to name a few

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the necessary skills and tools to maximize your

equipment uptime and increase profitability.

We offer on-site support 24 hours a day, 365

days a year. In addition to traditional call-in based

support, we also offer support contracts which

allow our customers to purchase a block of hours

and benefit from reduced engineering rates and a

guaranteed four hour response time.

AAC, Inc. will perform a site evaluation that includes

the review and assessment of your systems

and personnel skills, all at no cost to you. This

service is followed up by the implementation of a

complete training and support program specific to

your needs

In the continuous processes of today’s 24/7

manufacturing environments downtime is widely

accepted as an inevitable part of the process. Our goal

is to keep downtime at a minimum.

Modern control systems have improved process quality,

efficiency, and uptime, but the complexity of these

control systems has also greatly increased. Because

of this, increased technical knowledge is required

by the support staff overseeing and maintaining

them. Our 24/7 support system combined with our

customized training programs will provide you with

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24/7/365 SUPPORT

• 24/7/365 Support will Increase Your Overall Equipment Uptime

• Free On-Site Evaluation of Your Support Needs

• Reduced Rates and Guaranteed Response Times Available with AAC, Inc. Support Contracts

• Complements Your Existing Support Staff and “Fills the Gaps” of Your Existing Skills Base

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Emergency Support Numbers:570.878.6953 570.357.6233

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One of the most important assets any company can

have is a highly trained and knowledgeable support

staff. Knowledgeable plant employees help reduce

downtime by allowing your machines to run at maximum

production and profitability. This is accomplished by

proper employee training.

AAC, Inc. provides a wide variety of electrical, electronics,

control automation, power systems, and safety training.

Our Training Department’s philosophy is to educate

plant employees using a “hands on approach” configured

specifically to your needs. This is accomplished by

performing a site evaluation of the area of interest.

EFFECTIVE AND AFFORDABLE Training Services.

TECHNICAL TRAININGT

• Focus on a “Hands On” Approach Utilizing Real Life Problem Solving Techniques

• Customized to Customer’s Specific Needs

• Latest Training Equipment and Technology Available

• On-Site Training Available

Based upon the criteria derived from the site

evaluation, the training program is then developed

considering the needs and requirements set forth

by the customer.

Although AAC, Inc. offers 24/7/365 support, we

feel our customers are in the best position for

problem resolution. Therefore, using a vast library

of real life experiences, we provide “real” problem

solving skills specifically tailored to the customer’s

particular needs based on the areas of interest

within your facility. This in turn helps the employee

in being instrumental in reducing downtime and

increasing productivity and efficiencies.

Greater Scranton BranchP.O. Box 3663

Scranton, PA 18505570.842.5842

Greater Lehigh Valley Branch5115 Elmhurst Drive

Schnecksville, PA 18078484.661.1390

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INTEGRATION

• System Design & Integration

• Process Control

• ERP, MES and SCADA Systems

• DCS, HMI & PLC Programming

• Motion Control/Drive Systems

• IT Services

• Technical Training

• 24/7/365 Support Services

OUR CREDENTIALS AND SERVICES

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